Speaker Tim Jacobs stood on stage in the Ondaatje Theatre at Explore 2022.

Explore festival 2024

The Explore festival 2024 has now ended. Thank you for attending and we're looking forward to welcoming you at Explore 2025.

Explore 2025: book now

We're thrilled to invite you to the 49th edition of our annual Explore weekend! Tickets for Explore 2025 are now on sale, Use the code EARLYEXPLORE2025 by Friday 1 August for 20% off!

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About the Explore festival 2024

Get ready for the return of the Explore festival, kicking off from Monday 28 October, and running through to Monday 4 November. This year's festival promises to be an unforgettable experience, packed with exhilarating events and activities designed to ignite your sense of exploration!

Prepare to be captivated by two expedition-themed Monday night lectures. Sharpen your artistic skills in a hands-on workshop that will teach you how to document your adventures with creative flair. Plus, don't miss an inspiring evening where artists and geographers will come together to showcase their work, exchange ideas, and fuel your passion for exploration.

The festival reaches its peak during the flagship annual expeditions and fieldwork planning weekend. It all begins with a series of dynamic microlectures: Welcome Home: Postcards from the Field. These rapid-fire presentations from recent expeditions and field research projects will reveal the daring exploits and invaluable lessons learned from the farthest corners of the globe.